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The Business Owner’s Balancing Act: Growth Vs. Burnout
For most business owners, growth is good. But there are situations where growth can position the business to fail and business owners to burn out.

Financial and Practical Considerations When Buying or Selling an Auto Dealership
At a Glance The auto retail market continues to shift as consolidation, OEM priorities, and consumer behavior reshape the industry. For owners and financial decision

Managing Cash Flow Is Critical in Both Challenging and Good Times
Originally published in Manufacturer, ARB’s Manufacturing Industry newsletter. In times of economic distress or industry uncertainty, cash flow issues can quickly bubble to the surface.

IRS Issues Interim Guidance on Bonus Depreciation Under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
At a Glance The IRS has issued interim guidance (Notice 2026-11) explaining how the One Big Beautiful Bill Act affects first-year depreciation deductions, with a

Inflation, Costs, and Fear of Rising Prices
External events, like supply shortages and inflation, make running a successful business even more challenging. In today’s inflation market, business owners can be forced to

Massachusetts Proposes Legislation to Delay OBBBA Conformity: What It Means for Businesses and Taxpayers
At a Glance Massachusetts lawmakers are considering legislation that could change how—and when—certain federal tax benefits under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) apply

Construction Industry in Maine 2025 Year in Review
At a Glance As 2025 draws to a close, Maine’s construction industry stands at a crossroads between growth and growing pains. From the rising cost

NIL Income and Taxes: What College Athletes and Families Need to Know
At a Glance The NCAA’s Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) program has transformed college athletics, allowing student-athletes to earn money through sponsorships, appearances, and more.

Building Business Value Via Your Employees
Your employees can be a huge differentiator in terms of building your business’s value. However, it’s important for you to understand how to properly motivate

State Conformity to OBBBA Tax Provisions: What Businesses and Taxpayers in Maine, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire Need to Know
At a Glance The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) significantly changes federal tax rules beginning in 2025, but Maine, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire vary

How a Strong Month-End Close Drives Dealership Financial Success
Running an auto dealership means coordinating several interconnected departments—sales, parts, service, and financing—all moving at high speed. Without a solid month-end close, it’s easy for